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USER’S
GUIDE
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or
electric shock, do not expose
this product to rain or moisture.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove
cover (or back). No user-serviceable parts inside.
Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
This symbol indicates
"dangerous voltage" inside
the product that presents a
risk of electric shock or
personal injury.
This symbol indicates
important instructions
accompanying the product.
WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
Caution: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug
to wide slot, fully insert.
Attention: Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la
lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante
de la prise et pousser jusqú au fond.
Refer to the identification/rating label located on the back panel of your
product for its proper operating voltage.
FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this
equipment may void the user’s authority to operate it.
If fixed (non-moving) images are left on the screen for long periods,
they may be permanently imprinted on the picture tube. Such images
include network logos, phone numbers, and video games. This damage
is not covered by your warranty. Extended viewing of channels
displaying these images should be avoided.
Cable TV Installer: This reminder is provided to call your attention to Article
820-40 of the National Electrical Code (Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical
Code, Part 1) which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular,
specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of
the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
Important Information
Product Registration
Please fill out the product registration card and return it immediately. Returning the card allows us to contact you if
needed.
Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase. Attach it here and record the
serial and model numbers in case you need them. The numbers are located on the back of the product.
Model No. _________________________________________________________
Serial No. _________________________________________________________
Purchase Date: __________________________________________________
Dealer/Address/Phone: ___________________________________________________________________________________
1
Table of Contents
Setup and Connections ......................................................... 3
Step 1: Unpack the TV ...................................................................... 4
Step 2: Connect the TV .................................................................... 4
TV Only ....................................................................................... 4
The Basic Connection ................................................................. 5
Advanced Connections .............................................................. 6
Sample Connections .................................................................. 7
Step 3: Plug in the TV ....................................................................... 8
Step 4: Place Batteries in the Remote ............................................. 8
Step 5: Turn On the TV ..................................................................... 8
Step 6: Set Up the TV ....................................................................... 8
Set-Up Menu ........................................................................ 9
Using Point and Select ................................................................... 10
Set-Up Menu ................................................................................... 10
Select a Language for the Menus ........................................... 11
Set Reception and Memorize Channels.................................. 12
Add or Delete Channels .......................................................... 13
Change the Input ..................................................................... 14
Remote Buttons and Front Panel ........................................ 15
Remote Buttons .............................................................................. 16
Front Panel Controls and Jacks ...................................................... 17
Menu Features .................................................................... 19
Menus and Control Panels ............................................................. 20
Video Menu .................................................................................... 20
Adjust a Video Setting ............................................................. 21
Return Video Settings to Factory Preset ................................. 22
Time Menu ...................................................................................... 22
Set the Clock ............................................................................ 23
Set a Wake-Up Time ................................................................ 24
Set an Off Time ........................................................................ 24
Set the Sleep Timer .................................................................. 25
2
Table of Contents
Special Menu .................................................................................. 26
Closed Captioning.................................................................... 27
CC on Mute .............................................................................. 28
Power Restore .......................................................................... 28
Select an Audio Mode ............................................................. 29
Turn on Parental Control ......................................................... 30
Change the Password ........................................................ 31
Setting TV Guidelines and Movie Ratings........................ 32
Setting the TV Guidelines Ratings Limits ......................... 33
Setting the Movie Ratings Limits...................................... 34
Setting the No Rating Feature.......................................... 35
Block the External Source Signal ...................................... 35
Reference ........................................................................... 37
Troubleshooting ............................................................................. 38
Care and Cleaning .......................................................................... 39
RCA TV Limited Warranty .............................................................. 40
Accessory Information ................................................................... 42
Index ............................................................................................... 45
3
Setup and Connections
Check out the notes that have been added
throughout the manual in these tip boxes.
There are some important tips that will
help you get the most from your TV.
➣
1
➣
Setup and connections
Set-Up Menu
2
➣
Using the Menu System
4
➣
Features and Controls
5
Using the Menu System
4
➣
Features and Controls
5
Menu Features
Remote & Front Panel
3
4
Reference
5
Getting started
This manual is designed to get you started quickly.
The first four sections of the manual show you how
to get your TV set up and connected and use all of
the menus, features, and controls of your TV.
The reference section in the back of the book
contains troubleshooting tips, care and cleaning
instructions, accessory ordering information and your
warranty.
Well… if your TV’s out of the box, let’s get started.
4
Setup and Connections
Step 1: Unpack the TV
Make sure to locate the remote control.
Step 2: Connect the TV
There are three types of connections outlined in this section:
TV Only: If you’re only going to connect the TV to
your home antenna or cable system.
The Basic Connection: If you’re going to connect the TV to a
VCR or satellite receiver.
Advanced Connections: If you’re going to make multiple
connections, hooking up the TV to a
VCR and a satellite receiver.
Cable information and illustrations are given for each type of connection.
Once you have completed your desired connection you may skip forward
to Step 3.
TV Only
This is a basic connection from an antenna or cable system to your TV.
Connect the cable into the ANT (Antenna) jack as shown.
Once you have completed this connection you may go to Step 3.
Important Stand Information
CAUTION: Choose the location for your TV
carefully. Take precautions that the stand
or other furniture on which the TV is
placed is properly located (see Important
Safeguards sheet) and of adequate size
and strength to prevent the TV from
accidentally being tipped over, pushed off,
or pulled off. This could cause damage to
the TV and/or personal injury.
Before You Connect
Protect against power surges:
• Connect all components before
plugging any power cords into the wall
outlet.
• Turn off the TV and/or component
before connecting or disconnecting any
cables.
• Make sure all antennas and cables are
properly grounded. Refer to the
Important Safeguards sheet packed
with your TV.
Cables
You will use the following cable to make your connection:
Coaxial Cable: These cables carry audio and
video signals to the TV from an antenna, cable,
or cable box.
Please note that Model F19420 has one
AUDIO jack. Model F19430 has stereo
AUDIO jacks.
CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA
VIDEO IN
Back of TV
AUDIO
LR
ANT
IN
5
Setup and Connections
The Basic Connection
The basic connection below (TV and VCR) is the most common
connection and is therefore used to illustrate a single component
connection with your TV. For better sound and picture quality and
multiple component connection information refer to the next section,
Advanced Connections.
Cables
You will use the following type of cable to make your connection:
How to View the VCR
To watch the VCR in this connection tune TV to Channel 3 or 4.
Coaxial Cables: In this connection, two Coaxial
Cables are used: one connects from an antenna,
cable, or cable box to the VCR, and one connects
from the VCR to the TV. These cables carry both
audio and video signals.
Once you have completed this connection you may skip to Step 3.
VCR 1
L/MONO
R
VIDEO
OUT
IN FROM ANT
OUT TO TV
CH3
CH4
VIDEO IN
ANT
CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA
Back of TV
AUDIO
LR
IN
Please note that Model F19420 has one
AUDIO jack. Model F19430 has stereo
AUDIO jacks.
6
Setup and Connections
VIDEO IN
AUDIO
LR
ANT
IN
Once you have made your connections,
you will need to program the TV to tune
to the video input channel in order to see
and hear audio and video from a
component such as a VCR or DVD player.
ANT (Antenna)
Receives the signal
from a cable, cable
box, or off-air
antenna. Also used
for basic
component
connections.
VIDEO and AUDIO Inputs
Connect any one of the following components:
• VCR • Internet Access Device
• Laserdisc Player • DVD Player
• Satellite Receiver
To view the component connected to the AUDIO
and VIDEO jacks, use the INPUT button on the
remote.
Note: if you plug a component into the front of the
TV, the jacks on the back of the TV will not operate.
Back of the TV
The diagram below describes each of the back panel jacks. When
connecting A/V cables, be sure to connect corresponding jacks (Video to
Video and Audio to Audio). On Model F19430, be sure to connect Right
Audio to Right Audio and Left Audio to Left Audio between stereo
components).
Advanced Connections
Advanced connections give you better sound and video by separating
the audio and video signals and enabling you to connect multiple
components.
This section describes the types of inputs available on the back of your
TV and suggests ways you can use them for optimum performance.
Please note that Model F19420 has one
mono AUDIO jack. Model F19430 has
stereo AUDIO jacks.
Model F19430 AUDIO JACKS: Be sure to connect the
left Audio jack of the component to the Left AUDIO IN
jack of the TV (next to VIDEO IN jack) and the Right
Audio jack of the component to the Right AUDIO IN jack
of the TV.
Note: If you are connecting a mono component, connect
the Audio jack to the Left AUDIO jack of the TV.
Model F19420 AUDIO JACK: Connect
the Audio jack of the component to the
AUDIO IN jack of the TV.
Note: If you are connecting a stereo
component, you may need a y-adapter.
VIDEO JACK: Connect the Video jack of
the component to the VIDEO IN jack of
the TV.
7
Setup and Connections
Cautions:
Position cables to avoid audio hum
or interference
• Insert all cables firmly into jacks.
• Place the audio/video cables to the
sides of the TV’s back panel instead of
straight down the middle.
• Try not to coil any twin-lead cables and
keep them away from the audio/video
cables.
Protect your components from
overheating
• Do not block ventilation holes in any of
the components. Arrange the
components so that air can circulate
freely.
• Do not stack components.
• Allow adequate ventilation when
placing your components in a stand.
• Place an amplifier on the top shelf of
the stand so heated air rising from it
will not flow around other
components.
How to View Your VCR
To watch the VCR in this connection, press
INPUT to select the component connected
to the AUDIO/VIDEO inputs.
Note: if you connect a component to the
front jacks, the back jacks will be turned
off.
Most Audio/Video cables are combined
into one cable with three heads on each
end.
We show individual
cables in these sample
connections. Either
may be used, but
you must be sure to
connect Video to
Video, Right to Right
and Left to Left.
Video (yellow)
Right Audio (red)
Left Audio (white)
Coaxial Cables: Carries the signal from the
antenna or cable directly to the television or
through a cable box, as needed by your cable
system.
Audio/Video Cables: Carries audio and video
from a component to the TV.
Sample Connections
The following are sample connection scenarios you may encounter
when connecting components to your TV.
TV and Stereo or Mono VCR
Compared to the Basic Connection, using Audio/Video cables will
enhance the sound and picture quality from a component.
Cables
You will use the following types of cables to make your connection:
Please note that Model F19420 has one
AUDIO jack. Model F19430 has stereo
AUDIO jacks.
VCR 1
L/MONO
R
VIDEO
OUT
IN FROM ANT
OUT TO TV
CH3
CH4
Back of TV
VIDEO IN
AUDIO
ANT
IN
RL
CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA
8
Setup and Connections
MUTE
MENU
VOL VOL
POWER
CH
CH
Step 3: Plug in the TV
Plug the end into the wall outlet, matching the wide blade of the plug
with the wide slot in the outlet. Be sure to insert the plug completely.
Step 4: Place Batteries in the
Remote
• Remove the battery compartment cover from the back of the
remote.
• Insert fresh batteries. Make sure that the polarities (+ and -) are
aligned correctly.
• Replace the cover.
Step 5: Turn On the TV
Press POWER on the remote or TV.
Step 6: Set Up the TV
Proceed to the next section to set up your TV for your personal
preferences.
POWER
How to View Your Components
To watch the satellite receiver in this
connection, press INPUT to select the video
input channel.
To watch the VCR in this connection, enter 03
to tune to the VCR channel.
VCR 1
L/MONO
R
VIDEO
OUT
IN FROM ANT
OUT TO TV
CH3
CH4
VIDEO IN
ANT
IN
Back of TV
AUDIO
LR
SATELLITE RECEIVER
S-VIDEO
L
R
VIDEO
OUT
IN FROM ANT
OUT TO TV
SATELLITE
IN
CH3
CH4
SATELLITE
SIGNAL
CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA
TV, VCR and Satellite Receiver
Please note that Model F19420 has one
AUDIO jack. Model F19430 has stereo
AUDIO jacks.
9
Set-Up Menu
Set-Up Menu
The Set-Up menu is used to configure the TV
and set up the features for your personal
preference:
• Select a menu language
• Search for available channels
➣➣
Setup and connections
Set-Up Menu
1
2
➣➣
Menu Features
Remote & Front Panel
3
4
Reference
5
10
Set-Up Menu
MUTE
MENU
VOL VOL
POWER
CH
CH
Point and Select Buttons
(CH and VOL)
Using Point and Select
You only need to know one rule to access on-screen menus and control
panels: point and select. The point and select method has two steps.
1. Point to a menu item using the CH ^ or CH v buttons.
2. Select or change an item using the VOL > or VOL < buttons.
Set-Up Menu
You can display the Set-Up menu by repeatedly pressing MENU.
Language: English
Reception Air
Memorize Channels
Add/Delete Channels
Input: TV
Set-Up
Select
Adjust Next
Language Lets you change the menu language to Spanish, French,
or English.
Reception Set to tell your TV if you are connecting an antenna or
cable-TV system.
Memorize Set to have your TV create a Channel List from the
available channels.
Add/Delete Channels Lets you Add and Delete channels from your
Channel List.
Input Selects the signal from the TV or a component attached to the
AUDIO/VIDEO jacks.
11
Set-Up Menu
Select a Language for the Menus
1. Press MENU twice to display the Set-Up menu.
Language: English
Reception Air
Memorize Channels
Add/Delete Channels
Input: TV
Set-Up
Select
Adjust Next
2. Press VOL > or VOL < to select English, Spanish, or French.
Idioma: Espanol
Recepcion: Aire
Memorizar Canales
Anadir/Borrar Canales
Entrada: TV
Config.
Escoger
Ajustar Otro
~
´
~
Langue: Francais
Reception: Air
Memoriser Chaines
Ajouter/Supprimer Chaines
Entree: Tele
Installer
Choix
Regler Suivant
`
´
´
ˆ
ˆ
´´´
´
3. Repeatedly press MENU to remove the menu and return to normal
TV viewing.
Repeatedly press MENU at any time to
remove all displays from the screen and
return to TV viewing.
French
Spanish
English
12
Set-Up Menu
If you change your location or cable
company, you will need to Memorize
Channels again.
Set Reception and Memorize Channels
Use the Memorize Channels feature to have the TV search for all channels
that are viewable through your antenna or cable-TV system. This is
sometimes called “auto programming.” Note that first you must set the
Reception feature to Air or Cable.
1. Press MENU twice to display the Set-Up menu and use CH v to select
Reception.
Language: English
Reception Air
Memorize Channels
Add/Delete Channels
Input: TV
Set-Up
Select
Adjust Next
2. Use VOL > or VOL < to select Air or Cable.
• Select Air if you have connected an antenna.
• Select Cable if you have connected a cable-TV system.
3. Use CH v to select Memorize Channels.
Language: English
Reception Air
Memorize Channels
Add/Delete Channels
Input: TV
Set-Up
Select
Adjust Next
4. Press VOL > or VOL < to have the TV begin searching for available
channels. The display gives you a progress report and tells you when
it has finished.
Memorizing all air channels.
Please, stand by.
Memorize Channels
Press MENU to cancel and
return to Set-Up menu.
Air 11
5. Press CH ^ or CH v to access the channels in the channel list. You can
add or delete channels from the list. The channels can also be
accessed using the number buttons on the remote.
13
Set-Up Menu
Add or Delete Channels
1. Select the channel you want to add or delete using the number
buttons on the remote.
2. Press MENU twice to display the Set-Up menu and use CH v to select
Add/Delete Channels.
Language: English
Reception Air
Memorize Channels
Add/Delete Channels
Input: TV
Set-Up
Select
Adjust Next
3. Press VOL > or VOL < to select the Add/Delete Channels feature. One
of the menus below will appear depending on whether the selected
channel is in the channel list.
This channel is not in memory.
Press VOL to add.
Press CH for other channels.
Add/Delete Channels
Press MENU to return
to Set-Up menu.
Air 11
This channel is in memory.
Press VOL to delete.
Press CH for other channels.
Add/Delete Channels
Press MENU to return
to Set-Up menu.
Air 11
4. Use the VOL < or VOL > to add or delete the channel from the
channel list.
5. If you want to add or delete another channel, use CH ^ or CH v to
select it.
6. Press MENU to remove the menu and return to normal TV viewing.
14
Set-Up Menu
Change the Input
Use the Input feature to select the signal you want to view. Normally,
your TV displays the signal coming from antenna or cable-TV system.
To see the signal from a component connected to the AUDIO/VIDEO jacks
of the TV, change the Input feature to Line.
1. Display the Set-Up menu and use CH v to select Input.
Language: English
Reception Air
Memorize Channels
Add/Delete Channels
Input: TV
Set-Up
Select
Adjust Next
2. Use VOL 5 or 6 to select TV or Line.
• Select TV if you want to see the signal from the antenna or
cable-TV.
• Select Line if you want to see the signal from a component
connected to the AUDIO/VIDEO jacks on the TV.
3. When the Input feature is set to Line, you will see the signal from a
component connected to the front AUDIO/VIDEO jacks.
Language: English
Reception Air
Memorize Channels
Add/Delete Channels
Input: Line
Set-Up
Select
Adjust Next
Note: if you want to see the signal from a component connected to
the back AUDIO/VIDEO jacks, disconnect the component from the
front jacks.
4. Press MENU to remove the menu and return to normal TV viewing.
Remember to set the Input feature to TV
to see the signal from an antenna or
cable-TV system.
15
Remote Buttons and Front Panel
Controls and Jacks
Remote Buttons
This section defines the functions of the remote
buttons.
Front Panel Controls and Jacks
This section defines the functions of the controls and
jacks on the front panel.
Remote and Front Panel
➣➣➣
3
➣
Setup and connections
Set-Up Menu
1
2
Menu Features
Remote & Front Panel
3
4
Reference
5
16
Remote and Front Panel
Remote Buttons
The functions of the remote buttons are listed below in alphabetical
order.
CH ^ or CH v Scans up or down through the current channel list. Press
once to change the channel up or down; press and hold to continue
changing channels.
Used to point to different items in the menu system.
INFO Brings up channel information.
INPUT Use to view the component connected to the AUDIO and VIDEO
jacks on the front or back of the TV. If you plug a component into a jack
on the front of the TV, the corresponding jack on the back of the TV will
not operate.
GO BACK Returns you to the previous channel.
MENU Used to toggle through the menus.
MUTE Reduces the TV’s volume to its minimum level. Press again to
restore the volume.
POWER Turns the TV on and off.
SLEEP Used to program the TV to turn off after a certain time.
VIDEO Used to display the video features (Contrast, Brightness,
Sharpness, Color and Tint) on the TV screen. Use VOL > and VOL < to
adjust the feature when it is displayed on the TV screen.
VOL < or VOL > Decreases or increases the TV’s volume.
When in the menu system, selects and changes highlighted items.
(0-9) Number Buttons Enters channel numbers.
To enter a two-digit channel, press the two digits.
To enter a three-digit channel, press the three digits.
MUTE
MENU
VOL
1
VOL
POWER
CH
CH
2 3
4 5 6
7 8
0
SLEEP GO BACK
9
INFO INPUT VIDEO
17
Remote and front panel
Front Panel Controls and Jacks
You can use the front panel buttons and controls of your TV to
operate many of the TV’s features.
Other components, such as a camcorder or VCR, can be connected to
the jacks on the front of the TV.
Model F19420: AUDIO Jacks
Attach the Audio Out jack of another component to this jack. To
view the component connected to this jack, use the INPUT button
on the remote. If you plug a component into this jack on the front
of the TV, the AUDIO jack on the back of the TV will not operate.
This jack is ideal for the temporary connection of a camcorder or
video game system.
Model F19430: AUDIO L(MONO) and R Jacks (GAMEPORT)
Attach the Left and Right Audio Out jacks of another component to
the corresponding AUDIO L(MONO) or R jack. If your other
component has only one Audio Out jack, attach it to the L(MONO)
jack. To view the component connected to these jacks, use the
INPUT button on the remote. If you plug a component into these
jacks on the front of the TV, the AUDIO jacks on the back of the TV
will not operate.
These jacks are ideal for the temporary connection of a camcorder
or video game system.
CH ^ or CH v Buttons Scans up or down through the current
channel list. Press once to change the channel up or down; press and
hold to continue changing channels.
Used to point to different items in the menu system.
Model F19420 Only: Headphone Jack Attach a headphone to
this jack for private listening.
MENU Button Used to toggle through the menus.
POWER Button and Standby Indicator Turns the TV on and off.
The standby indicator lights when the power is turned off and the
TV is in standby.
Remote Sensor Aim the remote at this sensor to operate the TV.
VIDEO Jack Attach the Video Out jack of another component to
this jack. To view the component connected to this jack, use the
INPUT button on the remote. If you plug a component into this jack
on the front of the TV, the VIDEO jack on the back of the TV will not
operate.
This jack is ideal for the temporary connection of a camcorder or
video game system.
VOL < or VOL > Decreases or increases the TV’s volume.
When in the menu system, selects and changes highlighted items.
POWER CH VOL
–
+
MENU VIDEO
AUDIO
L(MONO)
GAME PORT
R
The front panel above shows a typical
button layout. The exact look of the
buttons may be different from those on
the front of your TV.
Use of the front panel AUDIO/VIDEO jacks
disables the jacks on the back of the TV.
POWER CH VOL
–
+
MENU VIDEO AUDIO
GAME PORT
Model F19430
Model F19420
Standby Indicator
Remote Sensor
Standby Indicator
Remote Sensor
Headphone Jack
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